Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Council Bluffs, IA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,275/weekOverview
- Start Date08/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The ICU (Intensive Care Unit) Registered Nurse position is located in Council Bluffs, Iowa. This role involves providing critical care to patients with complex medical conditions, including sepsis, respiratory failure, stroke, and myocardial infarction. The position requires delivering high-level ICU expertise in a fast-paced environment with a diverse caseload.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Night shifts from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM, with every third weekend.
- Required Qualifications: Iowa Registered Nursing license; certifications including BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), and NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale); a minimum of 2 years ICU experience preferred; proficiency in managing drips such as vasopressors, sedation medications (levo, neo, cardene, precedex, propofol); and experience with ventilators, bipaps, and high flow devices.
- Preferred Qualifications: Previous travel experience is preferred.
- Float: Float to lower levels of care, including progressive care unit (PCU) and medical-surgical units; training provided.
- Additional Information: Must pass pass/fail exam during orientation with at least a 90% score; artificial nails are prohibited; candidates must adhere to a 50-mile radius rule with no recent past employment with any associated facilities; RTO requests must be made upfront.
- Charting System: EPIC.
- Shift Notes: 12-hour night shifts; rotates every third weekend; holiday coverage includes July 4th.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Council Bluffs, IA
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Council Bluffs, IA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Council Bluffs is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In the summer, average highs are around 85°F, and average lows are around 65°F.
- In the winter, average highs are around 32°F, and average lows are around 13°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Council Bluffs and can be found with relative ease.
- Council Bluffs is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available as well.
- The population in Council Bluffs is diverse, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Council Bluffs offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and popular chains.
- There are opportunities to enjoy art, music, and sports, as well as outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
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